Lunar eclipse: Century's longest 'blood moon' underway

Skywatchers are being treated to the longest blood moon eclipse of the 21st Century.

As it rises, the natural satellite turns a striking shade of red.

The 'totality' period, when light from the Moon is totally obscured, will last for one hour, 43 minutes.

At least part of the eclipse can be seen from Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, Asia and South America.

See the pictures from around the world in our gallery.